2006 Ford Focus vs. 2006 Hyundai Terracan

To start off, both 2006 Ford Focus and 2006 Hyundai Terracan were released in the same year (2006). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,902 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Hyundai Terracan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (161 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2006 Ford Focus. (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan should accelerate faster than 2006 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Hyundai Terracan weights approximately 1012 kg more than 2006 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2006 Hyundai Terracan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Ford Focus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Hyundai Terracan will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Hyundai Terracan (346 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Hyundai Terracan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Ford Focus.

Compare all specifications:

2006 Ford Focus 2006 Hyundai Terracan
Make Ford Hyundai
Model Focus Terracan
Year Released 2006 2006
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1594 cc 2902 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 104 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 3800 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 346 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 1750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 79 mm 97.1 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.3 mm 98 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 183 km/hour 168 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 11.5 seconds 13 seconds
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1150 kg 2162 kg
Vehicle Length 4490 mm 4720 mm
Vehicle Width 2000 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1450 mm 1800 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2760 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 7.2 L/100km 8.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 55 L 75 L


 

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